On-demand English tutoring startup Clapingo raises funding in a pre-Series A round

Clapingo, an on-demand English tutoring platform, has raised an undisclosed amount in a pre-Series A funding round from a group of notable investors, including comedian and writer Biswa Kalyan Rath, Droom and Shopclues founder Sandeep Aggarwal, comedian and satirist Appurv Gupta, and Foundership HQ. 

Enhancing product offerings

The startup plans to use the raised capital to enhance its product offerings, with a specific focus on developing the fluency report system. This system is designed to provide users with prompt and precise feedback on their language proficiency.

Additionally, a significant portion of the funds will be directed towards marketing efforts aimed at attracting a broader user base.

What is Clapingo, and what does it offer?

Founded in 2021 by Sameer Agrawal and Abhishek KG, Clapingo is an English learning platform that aims to improve India's international standing through comprehensive tutoring services.

The platform offers both peer-led and tutor-led models, allowing learners to connect and practice with each other using an AI teaching assistant.

For a monthly subscription fee of Rs 999, users can access unlimited one-on-one practice sessions, providing a supportive environment essential for professional success in diverse linguistic landscapes.

Targeting Rs 80 crore revenue

Clapingo claims to have generated approximately Rs 1.5 crore in revenue in 2021, Rs 8 crore in 2022, and Rs 14 crore in 2023. The startup now aims to achieve a revenue of Rs 80 crore for the current year.